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Itinerary:

Day 1: Casablanca

Arrive at leisure at any time. An arrival transfer is included for convenience.

Day 2: Casablanca to Fez

A guided tour encompasses two UNESCO World Heritage sites. The journey visits the medieval city of Meknès, Morocco’s 17th-century imperial capital, followed by Volubilis, an ancient Roman outpost renowned for its preserved mosaic floors. Lunch is served at a supported women’s cooperative before check-in at the hotel in Fez.

Day 3: Fez

A walking tour explores the medina of Fez, a UNESCO World Heritage site dating back to the 9th century. The route navigates past traditional tanneries to view the intricate Islamic architecture of the Madrasa al-Attarine and the Al-Karaouine Mosque, home to the world's oldest university.

Day 4: Fez to Merzouga

Travel proceeds through the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains towards the Sahara. Overnight accommodation is provided in a kasbah-style hotel situated at the edge of the dunes.

Day 5: Merzouga to Tinghir

A 4x4 excursion explores the Sahara this morning. The itinerary includes a visit to Khamliya village for a performance of Gnaoua music and tea with Amazigh nomads to observe their traditional way of life. Transport to Tinghir follows in the evening.

Day 6: Tinghir to Ouarzazate

The route leads through the Dades Gorge and along the Road of 1,000 Kasbahs, pausing at the Taourirt Kasbah. In Ouarzazate, near the major film studios, an optional lesson in traditional Amazigh medicine with a local herbalist is available.

Day 7: Ouarzazate to Marrakech

The day begins with the ancient fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before continuing across the mountains to Marrakech. Time is allocated for independent exploration of the city’s artisan quarters and historic neighbourhoods.

Day 8: Marrakech

A hands-on cooking class at a historic riad provides instruction on preparing an authentic tagine, which is then enjoyed for lunch. The afternoon offers leisure time, with options to visit the Djemaa el-Fna square or the Majorelle Gardens.

Day 9: Marrakech

The tour concludes with departure at any time.

Terms and Conditions

INCLUDES: Accommodation for 8 nights in hotels, 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners, arrival transfer, all transport between destinations and to/from included activities, Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Sahara Dunes & Culture Excursion, Merzouga, Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Moroccan Foodie Experience, Marrakech, Your G for Good Moment: AFER Association Community Lunch, Meknès, guided city tour of Meknès including the ancient granaries and stables of Moulay Ismail and Bab Mansour, guided tour of Volubilis including visit to Roman ruins, guided walking tour of the Fès medina including artisans' quarters and Fès tannery, Dades Gorge walk, Visit Taourirt kasbah and take a tour of Aït Ben Haddou kasbah.

9 Days From R27,099 per person sharing